Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary of Sussex County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is about to start construction of a new No-Kill Sanctuary designed for 400 cats and dogs. The "green" building will be constructed on a 14 acre site with financing from donations, grants, Stimulus funds, and loans.

Dogs and cats will live in cage-free spaces designed to reduce the stress of being in a shelter. With proactive adoption, at least 2,000 cats and dogs are expected to be cared for in the sanctuary every year. In addition, over 10,000 spay/neuter procedures are planned in the building's state-of-the-art veterinary facilities.

While the building is under construction, Safe Haven will continue with its ongoing programs, including a pet food pantry, spay/neuter of stray cats, rescue of chained dogs, and transport of dogs to shelters with space.

Safe Haven's building with space for 400 cats and dogs is planned to be completed by December 2010.